Shirley A. Dixon started out as an office worker but shifted careers to become an educator. She chalked up many firsts at Cabrini University, where she earned three degrees and was a trustee.

“They were brilliant, fun, and deeply in love,” their grandson Jacob Finkel said of Milton and Naomi Dank.

Mr. Wister came from a venerable Philadelphia family, but he didn't dwell on it, his wife said.

Shelley Morrison, an actress with a 50-year career who was best known for playing a memorable maid on “Will & Grace,” has died

Over 50 years, Mr. Driscoll grew the company his father founded from a local builder into a nationally known firm that transformed Philadelphia’s skyline.

“When it came to the number of hours put into the job, for 36 years, he was the undisputed champ,” said Grey Godshall, one of the representative’s sons.

Arnold Rubin, better known by his stage name "Giant Gene," spent three decades playing music for radio listeners in the Philadelphia region.

Mr. Fazzalore was remembered as a public servant "motivated by trying to do the best thing."

Born in Gladwyne, Morris dedicated his life to social work.

Natal was appointed to Superior Court in 1984.

Ms. De Santis connected with the elderly and used that skill to help them navigate court hearings. “She was very capable,” said former Philadelphia District Attorney Lynne Abraham. “I was glad to have her.”

"Everything she did was with love and with the belief that she had done so much in the community and we needed our next generation to continue on.," said City Councilwoman Cindy Bass.

While at Ernst & Young in 2000, Mr. Schaeffer wrote a guide to investing. He was considered an expert in wealth management.